Transformed by Birth: Embracing the Unknown in Parenthood ft Dr Britta Bushnell | #69

How can embracing the unknown and trusting our wild instincts transform our journey into parenthood?Dr. Britta Bushnell began her path in childbirth education over twenty-five years ago, rooted in her lifelong passion for storytelling and mythology. After years as a co-owner of Birthing From Within, she earned a PhD in mythology and psychology to understand how narrative shapes our readiness for life transformations.Throughout her career, she observed how modern culture pushes parents to rely heavily on technology, schedules, and strict information - an energy represented by the sun god Apollo. However, this hyper-focus on control often leaves new parents feeling underprepared and isolated when facing the messy reality of birth. Dr. Bushnell faced the challenge of helping parents navigate this gap between rigid expectations and unpredictable outcomes.Her key transformation came through connecting birth to the goddess Artemis, who represents our untamed, animal nature and the wilderness. She learned that "not knowing" is not a problem to fix, but a necessary part of any true rite of passage. Through her book *Transformed by Birth* and her teachings, she guides parents to step away from excessive control, listen to their quiet inner intuition, and embrace the messy middle of transformation. We believe her work shows us that when we trust the wild journey, we gain deep confidence in ourselves.Key TakeawaysFacing the unknown is an inherent and essential part of any true rite of passage, not something that needs to be fixed.Over-relying on strict control, technology, and schedules can leave new parents feeling unsupported when real labor and parenthood begin.Birth brings us deeply into our untamed animal nature, requiring us to move beyond rigid society rules into intuitive territory.Transformation is a gradual process that requires us to slow down and accept the uncomfortable, messy middle stage of growth.Developing discernment alongside intuition helps us filter out rigid parenting advice and honor our own quiet inner voice.Becoming The Nurtured Motherhttps://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/becoming-the-nurtured-motherNurture Neuroscience Professional Certificationhttps://nurture-neuroscience.com/pro-certification - for waitlist - this is visible from Feb 1 2027 to Oct 1 2027https://nurture-neuroscience.com/professional-certification-sales-page - to join - this can be visible until Feb 1 2027 ResourcesDr. Britta Bushnell's Website: https://brittabushnell.comDr. Britta Bushnell's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/britta-bushnell-phd-3062634Dr. Britta Bushnell's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittabushnellphdGuests Bio:Dr. Britta Bushnell is a mother, veteran childbirth educator, celebrated speaker, podcast host, mythologist, and specialist in childbirth, couples, and parenting. For over 25 years, she has worked with individuals and couples as they prepare for birth, drawing from her doctoral work in mythology and psychology, her background as co-owner of Birthing From Within, and her study of brief therapy, storytelling, and relationship vibrancy.Ready to Connect with Greer?"Nurture Neuroscience" Website: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.comInstagram: https://www.ins